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Weightlifting with inflamed joints?

I've been having transient problems with my elbows and range-of-motion. Sometimes I can't contract an arm fully, and sometimes extending an arm is very painful. For some reason I don't...

Swimming is the best!

Of all the exercises that I do, swimming is the best. I now only swim laps, but more importantly do my entire workout in the pool! I jog, I do...

Braces for knees

Hello Im new here. I was diagnosed with RA 24 years ago. I am now 43. I exercise twice daily and keep my weight in check but my knee is...

Knee replacement and ra

Hi all I was diagnosed 3 months ago with ra and underwent knee replacement 3 weeks ago. Would like to hear how anyone else navigated rehab to avoid flare ups...

Weightlifting

I am not a bodybuilder, but I have been weightlifting since 1990. RA has interfered with this pursuit, since my hands hurt my hands and shoulders hurt. Hopefully, I will...

running

When I was initially diagnosed, I asked my doctor about running with RA. He told me it will not make a difference. I should run if I enjoy it and...

Workout difficulties

I used to workout a lot before I was dx with RA. Since the time I was dx several years ago, I have gained 80lbs. RA hit me really hard...

Riding E-Bike With RA

Hi All, I have been recently diagnosed with RA. My doctor suggested doing some kinda exercise. I love cycling and had been an active cyclist. But my condition won't allow...

Tennis with Arthritis and its challenges.

What are the hardest parts of playing tennis with RA? Read that's is good and bad, manageable and painful if anyone plays with their RA it would be extremely beneficial...

Farming and Gardening

We have laying hens and sell heirloom organic produce at the local Farmers' Market weekly or as we are able. Fatigue is my biggest challenge, with pain running a close...

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